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Watchdog: Guns okay in French Quarter despite Super Bowl security plan
That’s lawful in Louisiana,” Metropolitan Crime Commission CEO Rafael Goyeneche said. “There’s nothing that can be done legally with respect to people bringing firearms into the French Quarter because of the constitutional carry legislation.
Bourbon Street area designated as ‘enhanced security zone’ for Super Bowl
A 14-square-block area of the French Quarter has been designatied an “enhanced security zone,” where ice chests will be prohibited.
New Orleans French Quarter will have security zone for Super Bowl
People can expect to see more security in parts of New Orleans for the Super Bowl. Gov. Jeff Landry issued an executive order Wednesday amending the State of Emergency issued on New Year’s Day after the terror attack on Bourbon Street.
Louisiana governor provides update on Super Bowl security just weeks after terror attack
The Super Bowl is just days away, and all eyes are on how federal, state and local officials plan to keep the city safe after a terror attack killed 14 people and injured 57 others on New Year's Day.
For Super Bowl in New Orleans, bag searches, no coolers in French Quarter after vehicle attack
Gov. Jeff Landry announced two enhanced security zones will be in effect around Bourbon Street and the Caesars Superdome throughout Super Bowl weekend.
New Super Bowl Security Measures: French Quarter checkpoints, bag Searches Announced
The new security enhancements include the establishment of a French Quarter Enhanced Security Zone (FQESZ), where heightened security protocols will be enforced. The Louisiana State Police will develop and publish official boundaries for the FQESZ, ensuring public awareness of restricted areas ahead of the Super Bowl.
NOPD meets with French Quarter businesses to discuss Bourbon Street security
The New Orleans Police Department met with French Quarter businesses on Wednesday to find out what they think about possible restrictions. A major one would be making Bourbon Street strictly walkable.
French Quarter to have enhanced security checkpoints for Super Bowl LIX
The French Quarter will have enhanced security checkpoints for the upcoming Super Bowl LIX. Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry made the announcement Wednesday (Jan. 29) in Baton Rouge, with New Orleans mayor LaToya Cantrell standing next to him at the headquarters of the Louisiana Department of Homeland Security.
New Orleans increasing security ahead of Super Bowl
Police in New Orleans are increasing security measures as the city gears up to host the upcoming Super Bowl nearly a month after a deadly New Year’s Day terror attack. In a release Tuesday, the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) said it would be ramping up law enforcement activity in the French Quarter and
Take it from locals: Super experience in New Orleans entails more than just the French Quarter
Streetcar lines roll to Uptown, Mid-City or City Park. A ferry crosses the Mississippi River to Algiers Point. By car, it’s easy to reach Esplanade Ridge; the shops and eateries on Magazine Street or ...
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2025 French Quarter Festival Music Lineup Announced
French Quarter Festival announces the confirmed bands and food offerings for the annual event from April 10-13, 2025.
Louisiana State Police release safety guidelines for the Big Game
Officials with the Louisiana State Police have announced safety guidelines for in and around the French Quarter in ...
Super Bowl in New Orleans is attractive target for potential attacks, particularly car ramming, law enforcement warns
Super Bowl activities represent attractive targets for potential attacks following the deadly New Year's attack in New ...
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Super Bowl XXIV: The 49ers punctuate dominant run by bashing the Broncos
The San Francisco 49ers beat the Denver Broncos 55-10 in the biggest blowout in Super Bowl history in the seventh ...
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Will New Orleans be safe for Super Bowl? Governor Jeff Landry takes emergency action
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said the state will establish checkpoints surrounding the French Quarter in New Orleans during ...
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The Latest: Death toll in New Orleans crash rises to 15, coroner says
Louisiana governor urges people to stay away from French Quarter Louisiana’s governor says people should stay away from the French Quarter because of the investigation into the deadly attack ...
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Letters: Better lighting needed in and around French Quarter
After the events of Jan. 1, we all agree we need to protect our beloved New Orleans French Quarter, the crown jewel of our 300-plus-year-old unique city, at all costs. Other than the installation ...